Your Etsy Gift Guide For Beaders

You know, the one where you get a whole bunch of stuff that you don’t actually want/need, nor will use?!

The best way to get around this is to make wish lists and gift guides like this one are here to help.

I didn’t have a guide like this to help me when I was 8 but I still happened to receive a book on making friendship bracelets and another on making beaded bracelets that launched my 20+ years of making jewelry. So don’t hesitate to introduce someone to something this fun!

If you haven’t gotten the idea of how much I like sparkle yet then look no further. These paired with an antique gold could make a beautiful old looking piece, or paired with black they can look sophisticated and mysterious. Any colour can be paired differently to give off a whole new look and feel.

If you are using thread (instead of Fireline) you may need to condition the thread to protect it from sharp edged beads and to help it move smoothly through beads many time. These little wax shapes are so freakin’ cute! I want the unicorn, the shell, the acorn, the leaf….you get the idea.

I don’t have this bead mat but after reading the description I’m quite interested. Whether you get this bead mat or another like a try, having a good beading surface will help keep your beads together so you aren’t chasing them around the table or floor.

I couldn’t possibly leave out my favourite stringing material. You will need wire cutters for Fireline but this strong, versatile thread can be used to make just about anything. It’s flexible and thin enough to do many rounds through beads. Fireline also comes in different colours now so you can match your project.

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Of course, I could have added a ton more awesome items for beaders but you will just have to wait for a second post (my birthday is coming up after all!)

Do you have a favourite item or a wishlist item that you want your family and friends to consider for you this holiday season?